49Synonyms found for robust

Word Origin & History

robust 1549, from L. robustus "strong and hardy," originally "oaken," from robur, robus "hard timber, strength," also "a special kind of oak," named for its reddish heartwood, from L. ruber "red" (cf. robigo "rust"). Robustious (1548) was a common form in 17c. (cf. "Hamlet" iii.2); it fell from use by mid-18c., but was somewhat revived by mid-19c. antiquarian writers.

Example Sentences for robust

Flavorful ginger, garlic and a medley of spices produce a robust heat, while also providing an array of health benefits.

Sweet apricots and aromatic spices combine with chicken and chickpeas for a hearty meal that's robust with flavor.

Sauropods did not have robust batteries of molars to chew their food.

Lifeguards attribute the stinging streak in part to an unusually robust population of lion's mane jellies.

The result has only become more robust as additional archaic birds and non-avian feathered dinosaurs have been found.

After a month or so on a strengthening diet, he felt robust enough to try a few steps.

It had a long jaw full of huge teeth and robust forearms tipped in large claws.

Still, there was always something robust and manly in the tone they adopted.

But his robust good sense, his regard for strict accuracy and his determination to be understood, make him an interesting writer.